T-ara’s 15th Anniversary Fan Meeting Celebration

In 2024, the K-pop fan community has the potential to experience a year filled with nostalgia as they witness the comeback of various well-known groups. With YG announcing a world tour for the 4 members of 2NE1 in October and KARA recently dropping a special digital single, it has also been reported that T-ara is making preparations to reunite and celebrate their 15th anniversary since their debut.

In celebration of T-ara’s 15th anniversary, Qri, Eunjung, and Hyomin traveled to Shanghai, China to host a special fan meeting. Despite their age, the three members, who are all in their late 30s, looked stunning on camera and drew a large crowd of fans eager to meet and interact with them. Throughout the event, the members spent ample time chatting and signing autographs for their devoted fans.

Despite the continued efforts of the group, netizens remain disappointed by the noticeable absence of the group’s most beloved member, Jiyeon. There are speculations that Jiyeon’s recent decrease in appearances may be a result of controversies surrounding her husband. In early June, Jiyeon’s husband, professional baseball player Hwang Jae Gyun, was involved in a physical altercation with an opposing player during a game. The public has heavily condemned Hwang Jae Gyun’s inappropriate actions.

jiyeon t-ara — Jiyeon (T-ara) faces backlash due to her husband’s violence scandal

Despite Hwang Jae Gyun deactivating his account, his actions have still had an impact on Jiyeon. Netizens have shifted their attention to harassing the T-ara star, leaving aggressive comments on her YouTube channel and personal Instagram page. Due to the sensitivity of the situation, it may be necessary for Jiyeon to avoid the spotlight for the time being, even if she desires to reunite with T-ara.

In May of this year, T-ara sparked excitement among K-pop fans by teasing a new project. Hyomin shared hints on her Instagram story, alluding to the group’s 15th anniversary project, and also checked in at a photoshoot with the other members. These photos of the four T-ara members at the shoot quickly circulated on social media.

It is worth mentioning that Jiyeon recently shared photos with her fellow T-ara members, including a snapshot of each member’s nameplate. T-ara has not actively promoted as a group since their comeback in 2021, as each member has been focused on their individual pursuits and personal lives. The news of their reunion for the 15th anniversary project has brought joy to their fans.